Correct Answer:
C. Stephen Hawking
The groundbreaking popular science book "A Brief History of Time: From the Big Bang to Black Holes" was written by the renowned British theoretical physicist and cosmologist, Stephen Hawking. Published in 1988, the book aimed to explain complex concepts about the universe, such as the Big Bang, black holes, and spacetime, to a general audience. Hawking's ability to simplify intricate scientific theories made the book a global bestseller.
- Jane Goodall is a famous primatologist known for her work with chimpanzees.
- Alan Guth is a theoretical physicist who proposed the theory of cosmic inflation, but did not write this specific book.
- James Watson is a molecular biologist, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA.